> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4005315-senior-ai-platform-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4005315-senior-ai-platform-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior AI Platform Engineer - **Company:** Chicago Board Options Exchange - **Location:** Kansas City, MO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $119,000.0 - $169,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Software System Penetration Testing, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Large Language Models, Multi-Agent Systems, Prompt Engineering, AI Platforms, Machine Learning Operations, Microservices - **Published:** October 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-ai-platform-engineer-kansas-city-mo--b651537a-66da-41e1-a6cd-ef4c02867413 ## About the Role Artificial Intelligence (AI), Coaching, Team Lead/Manager, Automation Engineering, Security Architecture, Regulatory Compliance, Automation Systems, Business Strategy, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Production Systems, * Deep hands-on experience building and deploying agentic AI systems, including LLM APIs, RAG, prompt engineering, and multi-agent architectures * Strong security mindset with expertise in AI threat modeling, prompt injection defense, zero-trust principles, and secure handling of model inputs/outputs * Solid software engineering foundation (Python+ compiled language) with experience in microservices, CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code * Ability to design resilient AI systems with strong observability, tracing, and understanding of non-deterministic failure modes * Proven ability to operate cross-functionally and lead without authority across engineering, security, product, and operations * Capable of translating complex technical concepts into clear roadmaps, architecture decisions, and executive-level communication The ideal candidate has * 5+ years of relevant experience across AI/ML systems, software engineering, or cybersecurity, with hands-on experience building, securing, and operating production-grade systems * Proven track record building production-grade agentic AI systems that operate reliably at scale * Hands-on experience designing agent orchestration patterns, debugging non-deterministic failures, and delivering observable, auditable AI pipelines in regulated environments * Strong applied security expertise, including implementing defenses against prompt injection, jailbreaking, and tool misuse, with experience in red-teaming or penetration testing AI systems * Demonstrated ability to drive alignment across security, legal, compliance, product, and engineering, turning competing priorities into practical, well-documented outcomes * Comfortable presenting architectural trade-offs and risk decisions to senior leadership in high-stakes environments * Experience in financial services or regulated industries, with exposure to AI governance, model risk management, or internal AI policy development preferred ## Description The Sr. Automation Engineer serves as a senior technical authority responsible for designing, building, and governing enterprise-scale intelligent automation systems centered on agentic artificial intelligence. This role sits at the intersection of advanced AI engineering, security architecture, and organizational strategy - driving the adoption of autonomous agent frameworks across complex, multi-team environments. The position demands a practitioner who can operate at both the deep technical layer and the executive advisory level, translating emerging AI capabilities into resilient, production-grade systems that meet the most rigorous security and compliance standards., At Cboe, we are committed to providing a competitive, transparent, and market-informed total rewards program. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $119,000-$169,400, with actual compensation determined by job-related factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal alignment, and location. This role may also be eligible for annual incentive compensation and, where applicable, participation in Cboe's long-term equity programs.